Roads: New and Young Drivers Debate

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Leveson Inquiry
Monday 18th March 2013

(11 years, 9 months ago)

Lords Chamber
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Lord Bradshaw Portrait Lord Bradshaw
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Can the noble Earl tell the House what progress is really being made? Accidents and serious injuries among young drivers cause the largest number of deaths in that age group. I know he said that the department is considering something, but can he give us concrete evidence of any move which may reduce this toll of unnecessary suffering?

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My Lords, I agree with my noble friend that a motor accident is a very high risk for youngsters—probably the worst risk for an untimely end. However, the previous Government made good progress in reducing the accident rate and we will continue that work.

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